Overview
- Houston released edge rusher Darrell Taylor to open a 53-man roster spot, according to multiple reports.
- DeMeco Ryans said Reed's practice window was opened and he returned to practice, finishing the week without setbacks.
- Reed has not played since Nov. 30 after a forearm injury that required a metal plate.
- The 2024 sixth-round pick has logged 14 tackles, one pass breakup and one fumble recovery in seven games.
- If activated, Reed is a candidate to start at safety in Monday night's AFC wild-card game at Pittsburgh.